What's on the Menu Today? 12 Tips for Menu Planning

Asalamolikum/Good Morning:

What's on the Menu Today?
What's for Dinner?


KABABS with CURRY on the MENU

These are the Most popular inquiries in every home.
Mums like me have been haunted for years by them. There is no cupboard where I can hide to avoid these questions.
To avoid the harassing looks of the kids, we should effort to prepare an effective menu plan which is not only rewarding for the tummy but also to the pocket. It not only save us from the last minute frenzy but a healthy menu encourages Healthy Eating Habits.
Here are few simple tips to keep your loved ones Happy and Hearty.

 

1. Preparing the menu list beforehand is the best strategy from the many options available.A  Fortnightly meal plan, a Weekly Plan, a Night before meal plan. I personally like the last one because it gives us the clear picture of what I have at hand and appropriately I can arrange.

   

   DAILY MENU LIST

2. Asking your family especially Kids about their Favorites makes
    
   it a lot more easier otherwise all effort will land in a trash. 
3. Plan to suit your Lifestyle, I prefer once cooked eat twice type.
4. The menu should be wholesome and nutrient wise. It should include every portion of the nutrients like proteins, carbs, fats, fiber etc to strike a balance diet.

   

   PUMPKIN VEGETABLE BHAJEE

    
5. Asses the stuff available at the Fridge and Pantry.
6. The sensitive food should top the list like FISH
7. Be smart and flexible to visit the bazaars. Rush only when the fresh stock arrives,
8.  Sides like Salads and sandwiches increases the value of the Meal and also add energy rich nutrients.

   

   SALAD OPTIONS

9. Don't go extreme with the planning. Spontaneity and listening to the stomach cramps is a healthy habit.
10. Don't forget to take the reviews from the family. From this a list of likes could be evolved  and helps to become a better cook.
11. Always keep an eye on the clock. Never overindulge yourself.
12. Always allow yourself to take rest and make any restaurant chef take your turn .
     

Have a Wonderful Day.
EAT HEALTHY AND STAY HEALTHY.

How to make the most of your TV time.

Asalamoalikum/Good Morning 

As the match fever is on the rise these days, everybody in the house glued to the screens is a common scene, killing a lot of our precious time.

Watching match on TV

Want to know the tips to get the most out of time.Using this time simultaneously to do other chores is not a bad idea.It is known as MULTITASKING i.e Killing two birds with one stone.

Here are the few simple productive tips which are easy to follow while watching your favourite match #t20

1. Stretch your muscles while watching.This will tone, tighten, and increases the circulation.Other workouts are Push ups , Crunches .
2. Use commercial  breaks to make to do lists for a week, grocery list etc.
3. Grab your laptop check your email, arrange them.This is the best time to update your email account.

   

   Enjoying TV with Friends

4. Catch up the clothes for folding.Ironing is also an option.
5. One can easily  chop, cut and mix the veggies,fruits to make a Healthy Yummy Salad, Fruit chat  while hooking on the television .
6. Sweat yourself during a break by dusting the furniture, mopping the floor, cleaning the kitchen counters.

   
    

   ICC World T20 2014

7. Avoid taking meals while television  is on.Meal time should be a family time .

Remember that moderation is the key.Cutting back the excessive screen hours will not only have a Positive  impact  on your Health but also nurtures a Healthy relationship with in family.

Pakistan

 

Best of Luck Team Pakistan !!!!